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Two women who struggled with homelessness shared their stories at UMD

For those of you reading this article blanketed by the warmth of your dorm or apartment, consider this: over 500,000 people living in the United States will experience homelessness on any given night, according to the National Alliance to End Homelessness organization. The Faces of Homelessness Speakers’ Bureau, a D.C.-based program led by the National Coalition for the Homeless (NCH), gives those who have struggled … Continue reading Two women who struggled with homelessness shared their stories at UMD

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UMD students celebrate Pakistani culture for Rangeela

Although many tables and chairs were set up at the Colony Ballroom in Stamp Student Union on Nov. 30, almost no one was sitting down. The room was packed with students of all descents gathered for Rangeela, an event celebrating Pakistani culture. The fun-filled night lasted until 11 p.m., and consisted of dancing, cultural performances, a photo booth and even a Snapchat filter. The event … Continue reading UMD students celebrate Pakistani culture for Rangeela

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Buddhist Philosophy for Peace Club welcomes newcomers

Unity. Peace. Love. In the weeks following the election, at a time when the country is so divided, these concepts have become incredibly fragile. Yet because of their practice, members of the Buddhist Philosophy for Peace Club remain hopeful of what is to come. All are welcomed into the Buddhist community at the University of Maryland, whether looking to educate themselves, or to devote the rest of … Continue reading Buddhist Philosophy for Peace Club welcomes newcomers

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UMD campus divided on Election Day

All day Tuesday, students walked out of the polling places at Stamp and Ritchie, wearing their “I Voted” stickers proudly. For many, this historical presidential election marked the first time they would be eligible to vote. “We have one of the most diverse campuses, arguably, in the country,” said sophomore Julia Zhen, a double supply chain management and information systems major. “So I think the … Continue reading UMD campus divided on Election Day

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Gary Johnson representatives present at mock presidential debate

With the 2016 presidential election only days away, the Maryland Discourse hosted a mock debate Nov. 3 to try to sway undecided Terps and give political groups a chance to show how they’d represent the candidates. Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump and Gary Johnson were represented by two students each, all of them members of Terps for Hillary, Terps for Trump, Students for Liberty and Young … Continue reading Gary Johnson representatives present at mock presidential debate

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Jai Wolf and Gryffin light up UMD Fallapalooza

Students lined up outside Ritchie Coliseum Wednesday night to see EDM artists Jai Wolf and Gryffin perform at this year’s Fallapalooza, the annual seasonal entertainment event hosted by Student Entertainment Events. For the entire evening, strobes lit up the venue and the audience in the floor had their hands in the air and eyes glued to the stage. “I’ve never seen either of them live, … Continue reading Jai Wolf and Gryffin light up UMD Fallapalooza

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New dean of School of Public Health to start in spring semester

Dr. Boris D. Lushniak will officially begin his term as dean of the University of Maryland’s School of Public Health Jan. 9. Lushniak currently works at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) in Bethesda. He has experience working in the field of epidemiology, developing health policy and advocating for prevention, health and wellness in communities. Before becoming a part of the USUHS community, … Continue reading New dean of School of Public Health to start in spring semester

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UMD researcher part of breakthrough of new agricultural tool used to monitor droughts

Keep your thumb green, and your plants even greener with this latest piece of drought-monitoring technology, researched right in the University of Maryland’s backyard. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) partnered with UMD to make the Evaporative Stress Index (ESI), an agricultural tool that tracks drought conditions throughout North America. Christopher Hain, an assistant research scientist at UMD’s Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center (ESSIC), … Continue reading UMD researcher part of breakthrough of new agricultural tool used to monitor droughts

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National Scholarships Office staff guides students toward opportunities

At the very end of McKeldin Mall stands Marie Mount Hall, home to the National Scholarships Office, among an abundance of other resource centers. Staff members at the National Scholarships Office provide both help with and awareness of programs to students who are thinking of applying to competitive scholarships nationwide. “I think that the broadest way to look at what we do, is we try … Continue reading National Scholarships Office staff guides students toward opportunities

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National Hazing Prevention Week encourages students to say “no” to hazing

The University of Maryland took part, once again, in National Hazing Prevention Week from Sept. 19 to Sept. 24. The annual several-day agenda aims to put an end to a common custom that goes on behind the closed doors of many college campuses.  The term “hazing” is officially defined by the University’s Code of Student Conduct as subjecting “any person to the risk of bodily harm, … Continue reading National Hazing Prevention Week encourages students to say “no” to hazing

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